Take this free North Carolina permit practice test to prepare for your 2026 NCDMV written exam. You'll answer 25 multiple-choice questions based on the official North Carolina Driver Handbook. You need at least 20 correct answers to match the real exam's passing score.
Updated for 2026
The North Carolina permit test has 25 multiple-choice questions at the NCDMV.
You must answer at least 20 out of 25 questions correctly to pass the North Carolina permit test.
The North Carolina written test covers road signs, traffic laws, and safe-driving practices from the North Carolina Driver Handbook.
Yes. This North Carolina permit practice test is updated for 2026 and reflects the latest North Carolina Driver Handbook information.
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